1985 Holden Drover vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Drover would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac SRX (304 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1610 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 2013 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1985 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1985 Holden Drover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Holden | Cadillac |
| Model | Drover | SRX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2807 mm |
